Rebuilt engine initial fiasco

Joe Zartler said
The PH16 misses by over an inch.

should that gasket go on dry or with silicone?

Concur with the 50 ft/lbs., refer to post #6, I don't use sili nothing on pressurized oil gaskets.
Gasket-tack, cinch, shellac like things sure, if You assemble them quickly & use it sparingly.